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PyRIT: Open-source framework to find risks in generative AI systems

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PyRIT: Open-source framework to find risks in generative AI systems 2024-03-04 at 08:02 By Mirko Zorz Python Risk Identification Tool (PyRIT) is Microsoft’s open-source automation framework that enables security professionals and machine learning engineers to find risks in generative AI systems. PyRIT has been battle-tested by Microsoft’s AI red team. It started as a collection […]

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Integrating software supply chain security in DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines

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Integrating software supply chain security in DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines 2024-03-04 at 07:01 By Help Net Security NIST released its final guidelines for integrating software supply chain security in DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines (SP 800-204D). In this Help Net Security video, Henrik Plate, Security Researcher at Endor Labs, talks about this report, which provides actionable measures to

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New compensation trends in the cybersecurity sector

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New compensation trends in the cybersecurity sector 2024-03-04 at 06:31 By Help Net Security For several years, cybersecurity leaders have grappled with talent shortages in crucial cyber roles. In the face of escalating financial requirements and expanding responsibilities, these leaders are under heightened pressure to achieve more with fewer resources, creating roles encompassing multiple security

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Enhancing security through proactive patch management

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Enhancing security through proactive patch management 2024-03-04 at 06:02 By Help Net Security Despite its importance, patching can be challenging for organizations due to factors such as the sheer volume of patches released by software vendors, compatibility issues with existing systems, and the need to balance security with operational continuity. To ensure effective patch management,

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Photos: BSidesZagreb 2024

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Photos: BSidesZagreb 2024 2024-03-04 at 05:46 By Mirko Zorz BSidesZagreb is a complimentary, non-profit conference driven by community participation, designed for information security professionals and enthusiasts to gather, exchange ideas, and collaborate. Help Net Security sponsored the 2024 edition that took place on March 1, and here are photos from the event. Bojan Ždrnja, CTO

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Cybercriminals harness AI for new era of malware development

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Cybercriminals harness AI for new era of malware development 2024-03-01 at 08:31 By Help Net Security The alliance between ransomware groups and initial access brokers (IABs) is still the powerful engine for cybercriminal industry, as evidenced by the 74% year-on-year increase in the number of companies that had their data uploaded on dedicated leak sites

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JCDC’s strategic shift: Prioritizing cyber hardening

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JCDC’s strategic shift: Prioritizing cyber hardening 2024-03-01 at 08:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Geoffrey Mattson, CEO of Xage Security, discusses the evolution of the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC) since its 2021 inception and tackles its 2024 strategic priorities in response to escalating cyber threats. He elaborates on JCDC’s strategies

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Key areas that will define the intersection of AI and DevOps

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Key areas that will define the intersection of AI and DevOps 2024-03-01 at 07:33 By Help Net Security Eficode research indicates that 96% of developers use AI tools, with most coders bypassing security policies to use them. With no standardized AI tool regulations, researchers advocate for stronger governance frameworks and AI security policies in organizations’

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Businesses foresee major impact from new SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules

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Businesses foresee major impact from new SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules 2024-03-01 at 07:04 By Help Net Security While 98% of security professionals and executives have started working to comply with the new U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cybersecurity disclosure ruling, over one-third are still in the early phases of their efforts, according to AuditBoard.

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98% of businesses linked to breached third parties

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98% of businesses linked to breached third parties 2024-03-01 at 06:32 By Help Net Security According to the updated SEC regulations on cybersecurity incident disclosure, findings by SecurityScorecard reveal that 98% of companies are associated with a third party that has experienced a breach. It often takes months or longer for breaches to become public

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BobTheSmuggler: Open-source tool for undetectable payload delivery

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BobTheSmuggler: Open-source tool for undetectable payload delivery 2024-02-29 at 08:03 By Mirko Zorz BobTheSmuggler is an open-source tool designed to easily compress, encrypt, and securely transport your payload. It basically enables you to hide a payload in plain sight. BobTheSmuggler is helpful in phishing campaign assessments, data exfiltration exercises, and assumed breach scenarios. Features Hiding

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How organizations can navigate identity security risks in 2024

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How organizations can navigate identity security risks in 2024 2024-02-29 at 07:34 By Mirko Zorz Managing IAM challenges in hybrid IT environments requires a holistic approach, integrating solutions and automating processes to ensure effective access controls and operational efficiency. In this Help Net Security interview, Deepak Taneja, CEO of Zilla Security, discusses identity security risks

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Inside the book: Androids – The Team That Built the Android Operating System

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Inside the book: Androids – The Team That Built the Android Operating System 2024-02-29 at 07:03 By Help Net Security In 2004, Android was two people who wanted to build camera software but couldn’t get investors interested. Android is a large team at Google today, delivering an OS to over 3 billion devices worldwide. In

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Cryptojacking is no longer the sole focus of cloud attackers

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Cryptojacking is no longer the sole focus of cloud attackers 2024-02-29 at 06:31 By Help Net Security As commercial adoption of cloud technologies continues, cloud-focused malware campaigns have increased in sophistication and number – a collective effort to safeguard both large and small enterprises is critical, according to Cado Security. Docker remains the most frequently

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Vishing, smishing, and phishing attacks skyrocket 1,265% post-ChatGPT

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Vishing, smishing, and phishing attacks skyrocket 1,265% post-ChatGPT 2024-02-29 at 06:02 By Help Net Security 76% of enterprises lack sufficient voice and messaging fraud protection as AI-powered vishing and smishing skyrocket following the launch of ChatGPT, according to Enea. Enterprises report significant losses from mobile fraud 61% of enterprises still suffer significant losses to mobile

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Preparing for the NIS2 Directive

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Preparing for the NIS2 Directive 2024-02-28 at 08:01 By Help Net Security The EU’s NIS Directive (Directive on security of network and information systems) was established to create a higher level of cybersecurity and resilience within organizations across the member states. It was updated in January 2023 to bring more organizations into scope. Companies –

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Understanding employees’ motivations behind risky actions

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Understanding employees’ motivations behind risky actions 2024-02-28 at 07:31 By Help Net Security More 68% of employees knowingly put their organizations at risk, potentially leading to ransomware or malware infections, data breaches, or financial loss, according to Proofpoint. Perception on security responsibility And while the incidence of successful phishing attacks has slightly declined (71% of

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AI-driven DevOps: Revolutionizing software engineering practices

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AI-driven DevOps: Revolutionizing software engineering practices 2024-02-28 at 07:04 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Itamar Friedman, CEO of Codium AI, discusses the integration of AI into DevOps practices and its impact on software development processes, particularly in automating code review, ensuring compliance, and improving efficiency. Despite the benefits, challenges in incorporating

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How AI is reshaping the cybersecurity job landscape

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How AI is reshaping the cybersecurity job landscape 2024-02-28 at 06:32 By Help Net Security 88% of cybersecurity professionals believe that AI will significantly impact their jobs, now or in the near future, and 35% have already witnessed its effects, according to ISC2’s AI study, AI Cyber 2024. Impact of AI on cybersecurity professionals While

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AI in cybersecurity presents a complex duality

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AI in cybersecurity presents a complex duality 2024-02-28 at 06:03 By Help Net Security Companies more than ever view GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) as a holistic process and are taking steps toward getting a complete view of their risk environment and compliance obligations, according to Hyperproof. Centralized GRC strategy gains momentum Centralizing strategy, unifying

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